Associate Manager - Private Equity Accounting

SS&C Technologies; Union (NJ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Matching Program

Professional Development Reimbursement

Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Discounts on fitness clubs and travel

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking an Associate Manager in Fund Accounting to oversee financial statements and lead a team in Union, NJ. The role involves reviewing client deliverables, preparing general ledgers, and enhancing processes for fund management. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Accounting, with 6+ years in alternative investments. Strong Excel and communication skills are essential. The position offers a hybrid work model and a salary range of $70,000 to $125,000.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in accounting with focus on alternative investments funds.
• Private Equity/Real Assets experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, advanced Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support development of team members by providing technical training.
• Review client deliverables including financial statements and investment data.
• Preparation, review and maintenance of general ledgers and trial balances.

Skills

Accounting principles

Time management

Communication skills

Fund knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

Job Description

Associate Manager, Fund Accounting – Private Equity Funds

Locations

NYC | Boston, MA | Union, NJ | Hybrid

Benefits

• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model and Business Casual Dress Code, including jeans
• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, Professional Development Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave
• Wide Ranging Perspectives: Committed to Celebrating the Variety of Backgrounds, Talents and Experiences of Our Employees
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, including SS&C University
• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

Responsibilities

• Support development of team members by providing technical training and sharing fund knowledge
• Review client deliverables, including quarterly financial statements, investment data, partner’s capital allocations, fund net asset value and applicable accrual bookings
• Primary liaison for book of business and work closely with external parties such as auditors, law firms and tax advisors
• Preparation, review and maintenance of general ledgers, sub ledgers and trial balances for multiple fund clients, according to various accounting standards (IFRS/US GAAP/local GAAP)
• Run and assist the implementation, onboarding and setup of new client entities
• Contribute and identify opportunities for the development and implementation of adequate and effective processes to improve the overall operations
• Actively plan, coordinate and monitor the quality and timing of various client deliverables of the team, according to the operating memoranda/SLAs
• Aggregate, maintain and reconcile key business and client metrics

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 6+ years’ experience in accounting, focus on alternative investments funds
• Private Equity/Real Assets experience, CPA designation and/or MBA are pluses
• Knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other comprehensive basis of accounting, with an emphasis on investment partnerships
• Experience with Consolidated Financial Statements and Minority Interest
• Proven ability to manage time effectively and multi-task between shifting priorities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, advanced Excel skills required

Salary

The expected base salary for the position in MA is between $70,000 USD to $125,000 USD. NY salary range 60,000 USD to 130,000 USD.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SS&C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.